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Murder In Moscow: Motion To Strike The Utter Disregard Aggravator (9/15/24)

Sep 15, 2024 · 12m 36s
Murder In Moscow:  Motion To Strike The Utter Disregard Aggravator (9/15/24)
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In Bryan Kohberger's trial (Case No. CR29-22-2805), the defense filed a motion to strike the "utter disregard" aggravator, a legal factor that could justify seeking the death penalty by arguing...

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In Bryan Kohberger's trial (Case No. CR29-22-2805), the defense filed a motion to strike the "utter disregard" aggravator, a legal factor that could justify seeking the death penalty by arguing the crime was committed with complete indifference to human life. The defense contends that the prosecution's use of this aggravator is unwarranted based on the evidence. They argue that the threshold for proving "utter disregard" has not been met and that the evidence doesn't support the claim that Kohberger’s actions demonstrated such extreme disregard for human life.

This motion is significant because it directly impacts the prosecution’s ability to pursue the death penalty. If the judge agrees with the defense and strikes the aggravator, it could weaken the state's case for capital punishment, potentially altering the trial's trajectory. The "utter disregard" aggravator is typically applied in cases of extreme violence or brutality, and the defense is aiming to prevent its application by emphasizing that the evidence presented does not reach this level of severity. The outcome of this motion could be pivotal for both sides as the trial progresses.



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